Deion Sanders on getting more funding for JSU
"I'm hoping a political figure, or someone, some billionaire, is out there saying, 'You know what? I'm going to bet on Prime,'" Deion Sanders, now coaching football at Jackson State University, says.
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Deion Sanders on what struck him about JSU
What struck Deion Sanders about being on Jackson State University's campus for the first time? "The need," Sanders tells 60 Minutes' Jon Wertheim.
Author John Grisham on "The Boys From Biloxi"
Bestselling author John Grisham joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the real-life inspiration behind his new thriller, "The Boys From Biloxi," and why his home state of Mississippi plays such a big role in his books.
Congress investigating Mississippi's response to Jackson water crisis
Congress is investigating the crisis that left 150,000 people in Mississippi's capital city without running water for several days in late summer.
Deion Sanders on his "old-school" mentality
"No earrings in uniform. No hoodies in uniform. No sagging in uniforms. No one sock up, no sock down. Let your game separate you, not your dress code," Deion Sanders tells 60 Minutes' Jon Wertheim.
Brett Favre denies wrongdoing in Mississippi welfare fraud case
Hall of Fame quarterback said he didn't know he was getting money intended for needy families in the state.
Pharma company linked to Brett Favre made pitch for welfare funds
New details emerge in an investigation that has been swirling around the famed quarterback, a Mississippi native, and former state officials.
Barges grounded by low water clog Mississippi River traffic
Lack of rainfall in recent weeks has left the Mississippi River approaching record low levels.
SiriusXM, ESPN Milwaukee suspend Brett Favre's shows amid welfare scandal
The former quarterback has been accused of trying to steer welfare funds to the volleyball program at his alma mater.
Ex-official pleads guilty in welfare scandal
A man who once ran Mississippi's welfare agency pleaded guilty to misspending tens of millions of dollars that were supposed to help families in need.
Ex-director of Mississippi's welfare agency pleads guilty in fraud case
John Davis pleaded guilty to new federal charges in a conspiracy to misspend tens of millions of dollars that were intended to help needy families.
Jackson, Mississippi, mayor: "Coordinated effort" needed to end water crisis
Mayor Chokwe Lumumba of Jackson, Mississippi, says federal funding allocated to the city as part of the American Rescue Plan is "insufficient" to address the city's water infrastructure.
EPA launches investigation into Jackson water crisis
The work will be similar to the investigations in Flint, Michigan, and Red Hill, Hawaii, an official said.
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," September 11, 2022
Sen. Mark Warner, Retired Gen. Frank McKenzie, British Ambassador to the United States Karen Pierce, and more, will appear on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" this Sunday.
Jackson mayor discusses water crisis
Officials said water pressure was restored in Jackson, Mississippi, but a boil-water advisory remains in effect. Jackson Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba joins CBS News' John Dickerson to discuss the latest with the city's water crisis.
Search ends for 9 missing in floatplane crash
The Coast Guard is calling off is search for the nine people still missing after a floatplane crashed Sunday off the coast of Seattle with 10 people on board. CBS News transportation safety analyst and former National Transportation Safety Board chairman Robert Sumwalt talks about the deadly Puget Sound crash and an incident in Mississippi over the weekend where an airport employee stole a plane.
Water pressure restored in Jackson
Jackson, Mississippi, is entering its sixth week of a boil water advisory as many residents still have no access to water that is safe to drink. The city has restored water pressure to many buildings, which allows for basic functions such as flushing toilets, while the state begins testing at the water treatment plant. Former FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate joined "CBS News Mornings" to explain what the next steps are for those looking to fix the crisis in Jackson and what contributed to allowing the crisis to happen in the first place.
Normal water pressure restored to most of Jackson, Miss., officials say
But some officials fear the pressure increase could break aging pipes. And Jackson's mayor says the state capital is "still in an emergency."
Water pressure improves in Jackson, as treatment plant repairs continue
The entire city had been without water or with low pressure at one point. Figures on how many homes and businesses had service restored were not available.
Mississippi's water crisis poses severe risk to dialysis patients
More than 8,000 Mississippi residents are on dialysis, a life-saving treatment that requires clean water.
Water crisis continues in Jackson
In Jackson, Mississippi, it's day five of the humanitarian water crisis affecting nearly 200,000 people. For the thousands of Mississippi residents on dialysis, clean water is the difference between life and death. Elise Preston shares more.
Jackson's water crisis hurting businesses
Authorities are struggling to provide residents with safe drinking water in Jackson, Mississippi, after failures in the city's water system. The crisis is shutting down businesses and forcing residents to wait in long lines for clean water. Tanyalyn Burns, a restaurant manager at Bravo! Italian Restaurant and Bar in Jackson, joins CBS News to talk about the impact.
Jackson water crisis frustrates residents: "I can't flush the toilet"
The National Guard has been called to help as schools and businesses have been forced to close, but the urgent crisis has no end in sight.
National Guard deployed to Jackson, Miss.
Six hundred National Guard members have been deployed to Jackson, Mississippi, to help distribute water. Many in the city are still without reliable drinking water even though crews installed an emergency pump at the deteriorating water-treatment facility. CBS News correspondent Elise Preston spoke with residents about what they're experiencing, and CBS News' Debra Alfarone spoke with Cassandra Welchlin, executive director of the Mississippi Black Women's Roundtable, about the crisis.
Mississippi faces urgent water crisis
Conditions remain dire in Jackson, Mississippi, where an urgent water crisis is ongoing. Officials have issued warnings against using the water in certain circumstances with no end in sight. Elise Preston has more.
Helene slams Southeast, leaving over 40 dead and millions without power
Millions of customers in several states were in the dark as Helene moved inland from the Big Bend area of Florida's Gulf Coast.
Senior Hezbollah commanders targeted in Beirut strike, Israeli official says
Hezbollah senior commanders were the target of the strikes, according to a senior Israeli official, who said it was too early to confirm if the group's leader, Hassan Nasrallah, had been killed.
Harris vows to keep Biden's border crackdown
During a visit to the U.S.-Mexico border, Vice President Kamala Harris said she intends to keep President Biden's asylum crackdown in place.
Maggie Smith, "Harry Potter" and "Downton Abbey" actress, has died
British actress Dame Maggie Smith had an extensive career in theater and movies, gaining international acclaim in later roles in "Harry Potter" and "Downton Abbey."
How the VP debate rules will work for the Walz-Vance 2024 showdown
Here are the rules of the CBS News vice presidential debate between JD Vance and Tim Walz.
Dozens airlifted from Tennessee hospital roof amid flooding
Authorities have successfully airlifted over 50 people stranded by fast-moving flood waters from the roof of a hospital in Erwin, in eastern Tennessee.
White Sox set MLB record with 121st loss of the season
The record comes in a season in which the White Sox had multiple double-digit losing streaks and fired manager Pedro Grifol.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams pleads not guilty to federal bribery charges
Indicted NYC Mayor Eric Adams pleaded not guilty to federal bribery and campaign finance charges at his arraignment Friday.
Trump meets with Zelenskyy, vowing to resolve Ukraine war "very quickly"
Former President Donald Trump met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at Trump Tower in New York on Friday morning.
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Ohio man's Halloween display becomes source of joy to cancer patient
Bill Pyles' Halloween display in Oxford, Ohio, often resulted in a steady stream of hate mail from angry neighbors.
Army doctor reaches plea deal in sexual misconduct case
Maj. Michael Stockin, an Army physician accused by more than 40 patients of sexual misconduct, has reached a plea deal with prosecutors, his attorney says.
Southwest is renovating its cabins. Here's what the planes will look like.
Bigger bins and premium-priced seating with added legroom are just some of the changes the carrier is betting will win over customers.
Dozens airlifted from Tennessee hospital roof amid flooding
Authorities have successfully airlifted over 50 people stranded by fast-moving flood waters from the roof of a hospital in Erwin, in eastern Tennessee.
Hurricane Helene hits homeowners already facing soaring insurance costs
Rising Florida home insurance rates, which surged 45% from 2017 to 2022, are likely to keep climbing along with the mercury, experts say.
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Southwest is renovating its cabins. Here's what the planes will look like.
Bigger bins and premium-priced seating with added legroom are just some of the changes the carrier is betting will win over customers.
Hurricane Helene hits homeowners already facing soaring insurance costs
Rising Florida home insurance rates, which surged 45% from 2017 to 2022, are likely to keep climbing along with the mercury, experts say.
Amazon, Walmart still sell older dressers that pose tip-over risk, CR finds
Loophole in law means potentially deadly furniture is still being sold by major retailers, advocacy group cautions.
Key U.S. inflation gauge shows prices continued cooling in August
Grocery costs barely rose last month, according to Friday's report, and energy costs dropped 0.8%, led by cheaper gasoline.
White House urges dockworkers and East Coast ports to avoid strike
A government task force is ready to help minimize supply-chain disruptions in case of a prolonged East Coast port strike, Biden administration says
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Supreme Court denies RFK Jr.'s bid to be reinstated to New York ballot
Despite suspending his campaign, the independent presidential candidate was fighting to have his name restored to the state's ballot.
How the VP debate rules will work for the Walz-Vance 2024 showdown
Here are the rules of the CBS News vice presidential debate between JD Vance and Tim Walz.
Key U.S. inflation gauge shows prices continued cooling in August
Grocery costs barely rose last month, according to Friday's report, and energy costs dropped 0.8%, led by cheaper gasoline.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams pleads not guilty to federal bribery charges
Indicted NYC Mayor Eric Adams pleaded not guilty to federal bribery and campaign finance charges at his arraignment Friday.
Michigan will remain competitive until Election Day, Rep. Debbie Dingell predicts
"I don't think we know who's going to win Michigan yet," Rep. Debbie Dingell told chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett on "The Takeout" podcast.
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Amazon, Walmart still sell older dressers that pose tip-over risk, CR finds
Loophole in law means potentially deadly furniture is still being sold by major retailers, advocacy group cautions.
USDA had cut back on listeria testing, ahead of deadly Boar's Head outbreak
Officials claim the changes "had no bearing" on Boar's Head's now-shuttered plant.
Alcohol can increase your cancer risk. Here's what experts want you to know.
Many Americans are unaware of the connection between drinking and cancer risk, despite growing research that points to the negative health impacts of alcohol.
Gov. Newsom signs law to shed light on newborn DNA storage, prompted by 10-year CBS News California investigation
Gov. Gavin Newsom signs law prompted by a decade-long CBS News California investigation into California's newborn genetic biobank.
Boar's Head plants nationwide now part of law enforcement investigation, USDA says
Ten deaths have been linked to now-recalled Boar's Head products.
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50 "exceptionally well-preserved" Viking skeletons unearthed in Denmark
The Viking burial ground, used during the 9th and 10th centuries, was discovered on the southern outskirts of the village of Åsum.
Senior Hezbollah commanders targeted in Beirut strike, Israeli official says
Hezbollah senior commanders were the target of the strikes, according to a senior Israeli official, who said it was too early to confirm if the group's leader, Hassan Nasrallah, had been killed.
Hurricane Isaac strengthens, Tropical Storm Joyce forms in the Atlantic
There are no coastal watches or warnings in effect for either storm however, the waves from Issac could cause life-threatening surf and rip current conditions in the Azores
Van Gogh paintings vandalized after activists sentenced in similar incident
In October 2022, Phoebe Plummer and Anna Holland threw two cans of Heinz tomato soup over the artwork at London's National Gallery.
Ex-intelligence chief jailed for "aggravated torture" of journalist
Enrique Ariza was convicted of "persecution, harassment" and other crimes against Claudia Julieta Duque, the prosecutor's office said.
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Preview: Chris Martin and Jonny Buckland of Coldplay
In this preview of an interview to be broadcast on "CBS Sunday Morning" September 29, correspondent Anthony Mason talks with Chris Martin and Jonny Buckland of the rock band Coldplay about their massively-successful world tour.
Recipe: Ina Garten's Fresh Whiskey Sours
A simple cocktail recipe, from the author of the New York Times bestseller, "Barefoot Contessa at Home."
Naomi Campbell banned from running U.K. charity over "serious misconduct"
U.K. regulators found "serious misconduct" by Naomi Campbell's Fashion for Relief charity, disqualifying her from running a charity in Britain for five years.
Maggie Smith, "Harry Potter" and "Downton Abbey" actress, has died at 89
British actress Dame Maggie Smith had an extensive career in theater and movies, gaining international acclaim in later roles in "Harry Potter" and "Downton Abbey."
"CBS Mornings Plus" debuts third hour of live coverage on Monday, Sept. 30
Tony Dokoupil and Adriana Diaz co-host "CBS Mornings Plus," airing weekdays on CBS-owned stations in Los Angeles, Chicago, San Francisco, Detroit and Miami, and streaming on CBS News 24/7.
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Top staff leave OpenAI amid for-profit push
Top U.S. artificial intelligence startup OpenAI took a hit Thursday after three of its top executives exited the company. The departures come as CEO Sam Altman is reportedly preparing to turn OpenAI into a traditional for-profit company. Connie Guglielmo, senior vice president focused on AI edit strategy for CNET, joins CBS News to examine the future of the startup.
Super Micro Computer shares plunge on report of federal probe
Super Micro Computer's stock price fell sharply after the Wall Street Journal reported the company faces a federal investigation.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Here are the celebrity voices Meta now uses for its AI chatbots
Meta AI will talk to you in the voice of a handful of celebrities, Mark Zuckerberg announced today.
Bieber song about "'Diddy' party" is likely AI-generated, researchers say
CBS News found the song has been used in more than 4,500 TikTok videos alone, with some users believing it's a song released by Bieber.
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50 "exceptionally well-preserved" Viking skeletons unearthed in Denmark
The Viking burial ground, used during the 9th and 10th centuries, was discovered on the southern outskirts of the village of Åsum.
How the 2015 Paris Agreement came together
Nine years after it was negotiated, the Paris Climate Agreement continues to serve as a blueprint for global environmental goals. Todd Stern, the top U.S. negotiator for the deal, outlines the years-long process it took to reach the landmark agreement in his new book, "Landing the Paris Climate Agreement: How It Happened, Why It Matters and What Comes Next." Stern joins CBS News to look back at the talks.
Climate change views in Florida and Texas
Florida is bracing for the wrath of Hurricane Helene. A common question that scientists face during natural disasters like this is: Has climate change impacted their severity? CBS News Miami investigative reporter Jim Defede and CBS News Texas investigative reporter Brian New break down how lawmakers and residents in their states view climate change amid natural disasters.
Why are houses collapsing on Outer Banks?
Three houses have collapsed into the ocean in Rodanthe, North Carolina, in less than a week — and they're likely not the last. Here's why.
California officials on climate change laws
President Biden touted his administration's climate progress at the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday. But in California, lawmakers have often been ahead of the federal government's climate policy, although they are not always aligned. CBS News California investigative correspondent Julie Watts has more.
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Army doctor reaches plea deal in sexual misconduct case
Maj. Michael Stockin, an Army physician accused by more than 40 patients of sexual misconduct, has reached a plea deal with prosecutors, his attorney says.
Eric Adams pleads not guilty
New York City Mayor Eric Adams appeared in court Friday and pleaded not guilty to federal charges against him. CBS News' Nikki Battiste was in court while the Adams' arraignment took place.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams arraigned
New York City Mayor Eric Adams was arraigned Friday, a day after a federal indictment outlined alleged crimes Adams carried out involving a foreign government. CBS News' Nikki Battiste was in court.
Ex-intelligence chief jailed for "aggravated torture" of journalist
Enrique Ariza was convicted of "persecution, harassment" and other crimes against Claudia Julieta Duque, the prosecutor's office said.
Eric Adams set to be arraigned
New York City Mayor Eric Adams is set to be arraigned Friday on federal charges that include bribery, conspiracy and campaign finance charges. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
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Crew Dragon set for first Cape Canaveral launch to space station
A NASA astronaut and a Russian cosmonaut will join the Starliner astronauts for a normal tour of duty
2 cosmonauts, NASA astronaut return to Earth after marathon mission
The Soyuz landing in Kazakhstan sets the stage for launch of a SpaceX Crew Dragon flight to the space station Thursday.
"Mini-moon" to temporarily orbit Earth
For the next two months, Earth will have a "mini-moon" when a small asteroid temporarily orbits the planet. Scientists say the asteroid, which is only 33 feet long, will enter Earth's gravity in a horseshoe orbit September 29 before leaving on November 25. Most people won't get a glimpse of this mini-moon though, it's too small to see without professional equipment.
Earth will get a second moon for nearly 57 days this year
The asteroid was discovered in August and is set to become a mini-moon, spinning around Earth in a horseshoe shape for about two months.
NASA's "Hidden Figures" honored in Congressional Gold Medal ceremony
NASA's "Hidden Figures," whose work helped put men on the moon, were honored Wednesday in a Congressional Gold Medal ceremony.
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Notable Deaths in 2024
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Summer music heats up 2024
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
The troubled marriage of Ashley and Doug Benefield
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
Evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case
A look at the evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case; plus, newly revealed letters from the man police say wanted to be like fictional serial killer Dexter Morgan.
Clues and evidence in the John McCabe case
A teenager's murder in Lowell, Massachusetts, goes unsolved for more than 40 years -- were the clues there all along?
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4 MLB wild card spots up for grabs
The Yankees, Guardians, Phillies and Dodgers punched their tickets to the post season in their respective leagues while two wild card spots remain up for grabs heading into the final weekend of the regular season. CBS Sports MLB writer Matt Snyder breaks it all down.
"Downton" actress Maggie Smith dies at 89
British actress Maggie Smith, known for her roles in "Harry Potter," "Downton Abbey" and more, has died at the age of 89. CBS News foreign correspondent Ramy Innocencio looks back on her decades-long career.
Do writers think the strike was worth it?
Friday marks one year since the end of the 148-day Writers Guild of America strike that impacted more than 11,000 union members. The Ankler staff writer Elaine Low joins to discuss the strike's impact and how writers are faring in the time since.
Report ranks U.S. health system in last place
A report by the Commonwealth Fund ranked the U.S. last for health system performance, despite spending more on its health care than peer nations. The ranking was based on access, outcomes, administrative efficiency, equity and the care process. Commonwealth Fund executive Reginald D. Williams II joins CBS News to unpack the findings.
DOJ charges Iranian operatives in Trump hack
The Department of Justice charged three Iranian operatives for allegedly targeting members of former President Donald Trump's presidential campaign, according to a newly unsealed indictment. CBS News national security contributor Sam Vinograd joins to discuss the latest.